School is back in session. This means traffic pattern changes – both foot traffic and vehicle traffic. Two highly dangerous times for Alaskan citizens are: 1) August – the month school starts; and 2) May – the month school lets out. Here are some helpful safety tips for you and your family as school begins. WATCH FOR BUSES, PEDESTRIANS, AND BICYCLES As either a driver or a … [Read more...]
Turn Left Safely
Making a left-hand turn is one of the most dangerous maneuvers drivers make. Failure to turn left properly may result in a crash. Crashes cause injuries. Meanwhile, these injuries may require the assistance of a personal injury attorney to ensure the injured person’s right are protected. Merdes Law Office, P.C., wants you to avoid car crashes all together. PREPARE TO DRIVE … [Read more...]
Common Dangers Encountered By Tourists In Alaska
Glacier Bay National Park, Katmai National Park, Lake Clark National Park, and Denali draw tourists to Alaska each year. While safety precautions are in play for tourists, not all injuries that occur while visiting Alaska are avoidable. The Alaska Department of Transportation reports that in 2010, there were 58 fatalities due to roadside injuries in the state of Alaska. However, roadside … [Read more...]
Construction Site Injuries And Accidents
Roughly 10% of all workplace injuries occur on construction sites. Due to the nature of the work, accidents are going to happen. It is important to be aware of common accidents, and alert while in a construction site. Typical Work Site Injuries Some injuries are more common than others. The most common work site injuries include: Fractures;Burns, cuts, and … [Read more...]
The Dangers Of An Unsecured Load On Alaskan Roadways
It is critical for drivers operating motor vehicles to adhere to basic safety precautions. Properly securing cargo loads is the responsibility of all drivers, commercial or private. An unsecured load can fall off and hit traffic behind the vehicle, causing damage, injury and, in the worst incidents, death. THE RESPONSIBILITY OF A DRIVER CARRYING A … [Read more...]
Seat Belts Save Lives – They Are Not Optional for Children or Adults
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death among ages 1 – 54 in the United States. Seat belt use, the CDC reports, “is one of the most effective ways to save lives and reduce injuries in crashes.” Wearing a seat belt and, for children, proper use of age and size appropriate car seats and booster seats, … [Read more...]
